Primitive Archer
Main Discussion Area => Bows => Topic started by: ntvbowyer1969 on June 05, 2018, 07:51:24 am
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Hello guys and gals. This is a hackberry bow i have been working on. It is 66 1/2" long. It is 42#@28" I finished the back in silk and did designs inspired by my tribe the Mi'kmaq. I did birch burl tip overlays. I toasted the belly and did six coats of truoil on it sanding with steel wool in between coats. The designs i painted on back are usually found on clothing and baskets from my people. I though they worked great on the back of a bow. It starts from 1 3/4" wide at fades and tapers to 3/8" wide at tips.(http://[img]https://i.imgur.com/8mwq7ug.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/7aB2ovL.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/Bg44mv1.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/4b8vbHQ.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/N9nvszJ.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/HazXvBB.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/qTIsW7O.jpg)[/img]
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That‘s a beautiful bow! The designs could be 19th century European, too. :)
Looking forward to see it braced and in full draw.
So you belong to the Mi‘kmaq? That‘s really interesting! May I send you a PM with a question I have? I just don’t want to hijack your thread...
Torsten
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Cool paint work
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Very nice finish work. I know this is just a teaser but look forward to seeing the profiles.
Bjrogg
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That's a very pretty bow. I like the little kink just to show it's real.
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Where have I seen those super narrow handles before?
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Beautiful, love the artwork!
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Wow. Very nice.
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TorstenT no problem you can message me any time.
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That is a beautiful bow. I am also mi'kmaq. You did a very nice job with that paint. Cheers- Brendan
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Thx everyone. penderbender we should hook up and talk when you get a chance. you can also talk to me on FB Anthony Marchese.
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Very nice job, love the art work. :)
Pappy
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Gorgeous wood and finish, and the art is stunning.
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One of the most beautiful backs I've ever laid eyes on. :)